Bravos de Margarita closed the mini-tour of Barquisimeto and Caracas 2-2, after beating Leones, 13 runs to 8, this Wednesday, at the Monumental stadium in Caracas-Simón Bolívar, remaining solid in first place in the League table Venezuelan Professional Baseball Association (LVBP), reported Trina Ballesteros, press officer of the island group.
“Offensively, we have done an excellent job, the guys are following the plan, we are having better at-bats than at the beginning of the season and that, obviously, is being seen in the way we are scoring runs. The pitching, although today (Wednesday) we were a little shaky, we were able to minimize the damage, to return home with a positive balance,” said manager José Moreno, after achieving Margarita’s new victory in the La Rinconada arena.
The brave strategist explained “this is one of the characteristics that this team has, they give you a low blow and it seems that they knock the air out of you and you will return with your head down, but this group is not like that. “They are fighting, they are committed to what they want, everyone is doing their job.”
Olivares spoke about the island’s success
For his part, Edward Olivares highlighted: “We are a family, we are a team, we go out to compete every time they give us the opportunity. “Everyone goes out to contribute their grain of sand and, thank God, the results are coming.”
“I always tell my teammates: We are going to play hard, game after game, pitch after pitch. Thank God we are very united, very focused and involved in the game and the results are coming out,” added the man from Caracas, who went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles, three scored and two scored.
From the first inning, Bravos began production with a three-run cluster, starting with a single by Wilson Ramos, who scored Juan Santana with the first. Immediately, “El Búfalo” also stepped on the plate, along with Moisés Gómez, thanks to a double from José “Tilín” Martínez.
In the second chapter three more arrived for the Margarita cause with Gustavo Campero’s tubey base sweeper, which promoted Jeremy Rivas and Edward Olivares. Immediately afterwards, the Colombian big league also made the cash register ring, thanks to Santana’s hit.
The locals scored, in the lower part of the inning, with solo home runs by Víctor Bericoto and Harold Castro.
In the third inning, Margarita added three more to her tally with the second home run of the season by Jeremy Rivas, with Edgar Durán on board, and a single by Campero, which sent Olivares back to the plate.
In the lower part of the episode, Leones scored with a grand slam by Harold Castro, with José Rondón, Aldrem Corredor and Bericoto on base.
More races at the Monumental
Bravos added the 10th line, in the fifth, which came with a sacrifice fly from “Búfalo” Ramos, who sent Olivares straight home. In the next chapter, the same brave outfielder would be in charge of chartering two more, with a double that chartered Pedro Martínez and Rivas.
In that same inning, the locals added one more with a sacrifice fly by Carlos Tocci, who sent René Pinto to the plate.
Bravos gave final numbers to the match in the top of the ninth with a single by Santana, which sent Campero home.
The victory went to Alfonso Hernández (1-0), after relief of an inning in which he struck out one, had an unearned run and received a couple of hits. The setback belonged to Luis Palacios (0-1), who only worked 1.1 innings in which he got six runs, all clean, received seven hits, did not walk and fanned two.
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What qualities does head coach José Moreno believe contribute to the resilience of the Bravos de Margarita team?
**Interview with José Moreno and Edward Olivares of the Bravos de Margarita**
**Interviewer**: Welcome to our sports section! Today, we’re thrilled to have with us José Moreno, the head coach of Bravos de Margarita, and Edward Olivares, one of the team’s standout players. Congratulations on your recent victory against the Leones, concluding your mini-tour with a solid record of 2-2. José, let’s start with you. What are your thoughts on the team’s performance throughout the tour?
**José Moreno**: Thank you! I’m very proud of what the team has accomplished. Offensively, we’ve executed our game plan well, and the players are starting to put together better at-bats than we saw at the beginning of the season. This has translated into more runs and a stronger overall performance. While our pitching was a bit shaky in the last game, we managed to limit the damage and come out of it with a positive balance. It’s all about resilience, and this team really knows how to bounce back.
**Interviewer**: It sounds like the players have really embraced the challenges this season. What would you say is the key quality of this Bravos de Margarita team?
**José Moreno**: We have a unique spirit. Even when we face setbacks, our players don’t hang their heads. Instead, they fight back, committed to their roles and the overall team effort. It’s heartening to see how they support one another and stay focused on our goals.
**Interviewer**: Edward, you’ve been a crucial part of this success, especially with your impressive performance in the last game, going 3-for-5. How do you see your role on the team?
**Edward Olivares**: It’s all about teamwork for us. I see myself as part of a family here at Bravos. Every time we step on the field, we’re all competing together. I always encourage my teammates to play hard, game after game, pitch after pitch. We’re very united and focused, and I believe that’s why we’re achieving such great results.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned unity. Can you elaborate on how that camaraderie impacts your performance on the field?
**Edward Olivares**: Absolutely! When you trust your teammates and know they’ve got your back, it creates a positive atmosphere. It helps us stay relaxed and play our best. In tough moments, we lift each other up, which is essential for maintaining momentum throughout the season.
**Interviewer**: José, looking ahead, what are your expectations for the rest of the season, especially now that you’re sitting solidly at the top of the LVBP standings?
**José Moreno**: We have to stay focused on each game. Being at the top is great, but it doesn’t guarantee anything. We need to maintain our intensity, keep executing our strategies, and continue this momentum. Every game counts, and it’s crucial we stay prepared and consistent.
**Interviewer**: Thank you both for joining us today and sharing your insights. Best of luck to Bravos de Margarita as you continue your season!
**José Moreno & Edward Olivares**: Thank you! We appreciate it!
This conversation brings insight into the determination and teamwork of the Bravos de Margarita as they progress through the season in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball Association (LVBP). For more updates on their game schedule, visit the Bravos de Margarita official site [[1](https://bravosdemargarita.com/calendario.php)].
